UT Dallas Syllabus for cs1336.501.11f taught by Feliks Kluzniak (fxk083000)

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Course Syllabus CS 1336.04 Page 1

Course Syllabus

Course Information

Course number: CS 1336Course title: Programming Fundamentals

Section number: 501

Credit hours: 3

Term: Spring 2011

Contact Information

Instructor: Feliks Kluniak

Office: ECSS 4.403

e-mail: [email protected]: (972) 883-6906Office hours: Thursdays, 3 - 5 PM or by appointment

Course Pre-requisites

None.

Co-requisites

CS 1136 .110, listed instructor Feliks Kluniak.

Please note that enrollmentin this particular section is mandatory.

This is a laboratory course that is an integral part of the learning package.
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Course Description

1) Understanding stored-program computers:a) Binary arithmetic;b) Basic (traditional) architecture:

i) CPU and memory;ii) Registers:

(1) hidden registers;(2) programmable registers;(3) the instruction counter;

c) Principles of operation;d) Fundamentals of programming:

i) Stored programs, automodification;ii) Control flow;iii) Assembly language;iv) Non-recursive subroutines.

2) The basic notions of imperative programming languages:a) Elementary understanding of formal syntax;b) Variables and assignment;c) Types;d) Expressions;e) Fundamental control structures:

i) Sequential composition;ii) The conditional statement;iii) The iterative statements;iv) Procedures and functions;v) Recursion;

f) Fundamental data structures:i) Arrays;ii) Records (structs);iii) Using pointers to construct:(1) binary trees;

(2) linked lists.3) Basic ability to reason about programs, with stress on using the ability while the program is

being written. In particular:

a) Formulating the invariant and the argument for termination as a necessary prerequisite indeveloping a loop;

b) Formulating and verifying the necessary preconditions for the applicability of asubroutine (procedure or function).

4) Basic understanding of compilers and interpreters, compile-time and run-time (just on aconceptual level: this course is not about compilers).

5) Basic ability to reason about computational complexity. In particular:a) Appreciating the importance of the computational complexity of an algorithm and therelative lack of importance of small-scale improvements in efficiency.

6) Elementary notions of object-oriented programming, expressed in terms of more generalnotions:

a) Inheritance and polymorphism as applied to records;b) The method as a procedure that is the field of a record;c) Virtual methods as a safer alternative to type tests;d) The close parallel between classes vs. objects and record type declarations vs. records.


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7) A brief introduction to Java. (The programming language used in this course is not Java, buta Pascal-like language called TL.)

In group 2 (the basic notions of imperative languages) advantage is taken of the students

knowledge of group 1 (understanding stored-program computers) to develop their intuitions about

how programming language constructs map to the underlying machine (the runtime model).

Group 3 (basic ability to reason about programs) is taught and practiced concurrently with group

2 (the basic notions of imperative languages).

The course takes a two-pronged approach: performing practical exercises (studying and writing

many short programs) is as important as learning new concepts. True understanding can be

achieved only through applying the concepts in practice: hence the mandatory accompanying lab

(CS 1136.110 TBD).

Student Learning Objectives/Outcomes

As a result of attending the course the students should acquire an internalized understanding of

the fundamental principles of imperative programming.

After successfully completing the course they should be ready to master new programminglanguages (more or less on their own), appreciate more advanced programming concepts (e.g.,

proper modularization), deepen their knowledge about and experience with data structures, more

complex algorithms etc.

In particular, the students should achieve the following abilities:

to effectively use fundamental constructs of imperative programming: assignment, loops,

conditional statements;to write simple programs that process data in arrays and other simple data structures;

to develop and use simple functions and procedures;

to express simple algorithms, in particular for searching and sorting arrays;

to program simple sequential input and output.

Required Textbooks and Materials

Materials will be distributed during the course. PowerPoint slides from each lecture will be made

available online after the lecture. There is no textbook.


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Assignments & Academic Calendar

The grades will be based primarily on the results of the examinations. There will be a mid-term

exam, which will account for 1/3 of the points, and a final exam, which will account for 2/3 of the

points.

These will be open book examinations. A student can have and make use of any printedmaterial (e.g., class handouts, copies of slides from lectures, printouts of programs, books), as

well as handwritten notes. The handwritten notes (as well as any handwritten annotations on the

printed materials) must be in the students own hand. Use of any electronic equipment is not

allowed.

(All exceptions to these rules require a special permission from the instructor, to be obtained by

the concerned individual at some earlier date.).

There will also be three graded homework assignments. The exact dates will be announced

during the course. The primary purpose of these assignments is to provide feedback to the

students about how well they understand the material (and are thus prepared for the

examinations).

There will also be a number of unannounced quizzes during the lectures.

Grading Policy

The grade scale for this course is A+, A, B, C, D, F.

F is the failing grade. Please note that at least a C from this course is required as a prerequisite

for CS 1335 and CS 1337.

A student who has submitted at least two homework assignments that were graded A+, A or Bwill have her or his examination grade raised by one point on the scale, except when the original

grade from the examinations is a failing grade.

A student who received A+, A or B from at least 70% of the in-class quizzes will also have her

or his examination grade raised by one point on the scale, except when the original grade from

the examinations is a failing grade.

The improvements in grade due to homework assignments and quizzes are cumulative. For

example, an examination grade of D may sometimes result in a final grade of B.

A student who has received a failing grade for at least 60% of the in-class quizzes will have her

or his examination grade lowered by one point on the scale. Failure to hand in the results of aquiz results in a failing grade for that quiz. A student who has missed four or more classes will

also have her or his grade lowered by one point on the scale. The downgradings are cumulative.

The instructor reserves the right to modify these rules at his own discretion, but only in

favour of the students. (For example, the rule about failed quizzes may be relaxed because of a

students illness.)


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Course & Instructor Policies

Use of any electronic equipment in class is not allowed, unless the instructor gives his

permission.

Any student who has difficulty understanding a particular point is expected to interrupt theinstructor with a question (albeit in an orderly manner).

Students are expected to review the course material from previous lectures, so that they come to

class well-prepared to absorb the new material. (The course material is posted on the instructors

university web page: www.utdallas.edu/~feliks.kluzniak.)

Students are encouraged to discuss their difficulties and other matters related to the course with

the instructor (during his office hours or by special appointment).


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Field Trip Policies / Off-campus Instruction and Course Activities

None.

Student Conduct & Discipline

The University of Texas System and The University of Texas at Dallas have rules and regulations

for the orderly and efficient conduct of their business. It is the responsibility of each student and

each student organization to be knowledgeable about the rules and regulations which govern

student conduct and activities. General information on student conduct and discipline is contained

in the UTD publication,A to Z Guide, which is provided to all registered students each academic

year.

The University of Texas at Dallas administers student discipline within the procedures of

recognized and established due process. Procedures are defined and described in theRules and

Regulations, Board of Regents, The University of Texas System, Part 1, Chapter VI, Section 3 , and

in Title V, Rules on Student Services and Activities of the universitysHandbook of Operating

Procedures. Copies of these rules and regulations are available to students in the Office of theDean of Students, where staff members are available to assist students in interpreting the rules and

regulations (SU 1.602, 972/883-6391).

A student at the university neither loses the rights nor escapes the responsibilities of citizenship.

He or she is expected to obey federal, state, and local laws as well as the Regents Rules,university regulations, and administrative rules. Students are subject to discipline for violating the

standards of conduct whether such conduct takes place on or off campus, or whether civil or

criminal penalties are also imposed for such conduct.

Academic Integrity

The faculty expects from its students a high level of responsibility and academic honesty. Because

the value of an academic degree depends upon the absolute integrity of the work done by thestudent for that degree, it is imperative that a student demonstrate a high standard of individual

honor in his or her scholastic work.

Scholastic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, statements, acts or omissions related to

applications for enrollment or the award of a degree, and/or the submission as ones own work ormaterial that is not ones own. As a general rule, scholastic dishonesty involves one of the

following acts: cheating, plagiarism, collusion and/or falsifying academic records. Students

suspected of academic dishonesty are subject to disciplinary proceedings.

Plagiarism, especially from the web, from portions of papers for other classes, and from any other

source is unacceptable and will be dealt with under the universitys policy on plagiarism (seegeneral catalog for details). This course will use the resources of turnitin.com, which searches the

web for possible plagiarism and is over 90% effective.


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Email Use

The University of Texas at Dallas recognizes the value and efficiency of communication between

faculty/staff and students through electronic mail. At the same time, email raises some issues

concerning security and the identity of each individual in an email exchange. The university

encourages all official student email correspondence be sent only to a students U.T. Dallas email

address and that faculty and staff consider email from students official only if it originates from aUTD student account. This allows the university to maintain a high degree of confidence in the

identity of all individual corresponding and the security of the transmitted information. UTD

furnishes each student with a free email account that is to be used in all communication with

university personnel. The Department of Information Resources at U.T. Dallas provides a method

for students to have their U.T. Dallas mail forwarded to other accounts.

Withdrawal from Class

The administration of this institution has set deadlines for withdrawal of any college-level courses.

These dates and times are published in that semester's course catalog. Administration procedures

must be followed. It is the student's responsibility to handle withdrawal requirements from any

class. In other words, I cannot drop or withdraw any student. You must do the proper paperwork

to ensure that you will not receive a final grade of "F" in a course if you choose not to attend theclass once you are enrolled.

Student Grievance Procedures

Procedures for student grievances are found in Title V, Rules on Student Services and Activities,

of the universitysHandbook of Operating Procedures.

In attempting to resolve any student grievance regarding grades, evaluations, or other fulfillments

of academic responsibility, it is the obligation of the student first to make a serious effort to

resolve the matter with the instructor, supervisor, administrator, or committee with whom the

grievance originates (hereafter called the respondent). Individual faculty members retainprimary responsibility for assigning grades and evaluations. If the matter cannot be resolved at

that level, the grievance must be submitted in writing to the respondent with a copy of therespondents School Dean. If the matter is not resolved by the written response provided by therespondent, the student may submit a written appeal to the School Dean. If the grievance is not

resolved by the School Deans decision, the student may make a written appeal to the Dean of

Graduate or Undergraduate Education, and the deal will appoint and convene an Academic

Appeals Panel. The decision of the Academic Appeals Panel is final. The results of the academic

appeals process will be distributed to all involved parties.

Copies of these rules and regulations are available to students in the Office of the Dean of

Students, where staff members are available to assist students in interpreting the rules and

regulations.

Incomplete Grade Policy

As per university policy, incomplete grades will be granted only for work unavoidably missed at

the semesters end and only if 70% of the course work has been completed. An incomplete grademust be resolved within eight (8) weeks from the first day of the subsequent long semester. If the

required work to complete the course and to remove the incomplete grade is not submitted by the

specified deadline, the incomplete grade is changed automatically to a grade ofF.


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Disability Services

The goal of Disability Services is to provide students with disabilities educational opportunities

equal to those of their non-disabled peers. Disability Services is located in room 1.610 in the

Student Union. Office hours are Monday and Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Tuesday and

Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The contact information for the Office of Disability Services is:

The University of Texas at Dallas, SU 22

PO Box 830688

Richardson, Texas 75083-0688

(972) 883-2098 (voice or TTY)

Essentially, the law requires that colleges and universities make those reasonable adjustments

necessary to eliminate discrimination on the basis of disability. For example, it may be necessary

to remove classroom prohibitions against tape recorders or animals (in the case of dog guides) for

students who are blind. Occasionally an assignment requirement may be substituted (for example,

a research paper versus an oral presentation for a student who is hearing impaired). Classes

enrolled students with mobility impairments may have to be rescheduled in accessible facilities.

The college or university may need to provide special services such as registration, note-taking, or

mobility assistance.

It is the students responsibility to notify his or her professors of the need for such an

accommodation. Disability Services provides students with letters to present to faculty members

to verify that the student has a disability and needs accommodations. Individuals requiring special

accommodation should contact the professor after class or during office hours.

Religious Holy Days

The University of Texas at Dallas will excuse a student from class or other required activities for

the travel to and observance of a religious holy day for a religion whose places of worship are

exempt from property tax under Section 11.20, Tax Code, Texas Code Annotated.

The student is encouraged to notify the instructor or activity sponsor as soon as possible regarding

the absence, preferably in advance of the assignment. The student, so excused, will be allowed to

take the exam or complete the assignment within a reasonable time after the absence: a period

equal to the length of the absence, up to a maximum of one week. A student who notifies the

instructor and completes any missed exam or assignment may not be penalized for the absence. A

student who fails to complete the exam or assignment within the prescribed period may receive a

failing grade for that exam or assignment.

If a student or an instructor disagrees about the nature of the absence [i.e., for the purpose of

observing a religious holy day] or if there is similar disagreement about whether the student has

been given a reasonable time to complete any missed assignments or examinations, either the

student or the instructor may request a ruling from the chief executive officer of the institution, or

his or her designee. The chief executive officer or designee must take into account the legislative

intent of TEC 51.911(b), and the student and instructor will abide by the decision of the chief

executive officer or designee.

These descriptions and timelines are subject to change at the discretion of the Professor.

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